location: Somerby, North Lincolnshire |
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Frame basketry is an ancient form of basket making and is a country craft found in Celtic regions. This style lends itself to simple, organic shapes and the use of wild and hedgerow material. A simple technique to master you will make a small, round egg or berry basket using colourful, organically grown local willow. No experience necessary. Ray Lister, basket maker and craftsman, will lead this workshop in which you will make a frame basket from locally grown willow. Ray is a local woodsman who and been involved in woodland management for 20 years, teaching traditional and rural crafts. He has travelled worldwide practicing his craft, teaching and learning. He now manages local woodland growing hazel, willow and ash for coppicing and charcoal making as well as utilizing in basketry, furniture, hurdle making and other crafts. dates: see 'book online' below
more on basketmaking |
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how to book: |
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arrive: |
for a 10am prompt start |
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depart: |
after the course finishes at 4pm |
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directions: |
sent with course confirmation |
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what
to bring: |
pen
and notebook |
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let
us know: |
if
you are vegan or have any food allergies, or any special needs |
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price: |
£95 Refundable up to two weeks prior to course (minus £30 admin fee) No refunds for cancellations within two weeks of course |
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lunch: |
lunch is provided |
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car
sharing: |
visit
our car
sharing forum to offer or request a lift |
